The higher diploma and diploma awarding ceremony of the Higher Diploma in Communication and Public Relations, Diploma in Mass Communication, and Diploma in Public Relations and Media Management, offered by the Department of Mass Communication, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Kelaniya, was held on the 3^rd of March 2024 at Sri Dharmaloka Hall.

The HDCPR, DIMC, and DPMM programs focus on providing specialized skills and practical knowledge in areas related to mass communication, media, and public relations, ensuring students are well-prepared to excel in their chosen careers upon completion.

Mr. Anura Siriwardena, Managing Director of Voice of Asia Network and Chairman of Global CEO Magazine graced the event as the keynote speaker. With extensive experience in media management and public relations, Mr. Siriwardena delivered an insightful speech focusing on the evolving landscape of media management and public relations in today’s world. His address provided invaluable insights and guidance to the diploma holders, setting the tone for their future endeavors in the industry.

Professor M. M. Gunatilake, Dean of the Faculty of Social Sciences, Senior Lecturer Wijayananda Rupasinghe, Head of the Department of Mass Communication, Senior Lecturer  Amali Uthpala Nandasiri, Coordinator of the Higher Diploma in Communication and Public Relations, Lecturer Ileka Ruwanpathirana, Coordinator of the Diploma in Mass Communication, Lecturer Dilini Gamage, Coordinator of the Diploma in Public Relations and Media Management, other academic staff members of the Department of Mass Communication, and members of the external resource panel, non-academic staff members and diploma holders attended the event.